Precision Tools

New Woodpeckers Stainless Steel and Aluminum Squares (One Time Tool)

Apr 7, 2017 Benjamen 36 Comments

Woodpeckers has come out with a new “One Time Tool” square that features an aluminum handle and stainless steel blade that can be user-recalibrated.

Precision Tools

StewMac Custom Foredom Handpiece Tool Fits Dremel-Compatible Router Bases

Feb 20, 2017 Stuart 8 Comments

I found a Dremel attachment-compatible Foredom handpiece tool!

New Tools

New Craftsman Ratcheting Tap and Die Tool Set

Feb 17, 2017 Stuart 31 Comments

Craftsman has come out with a 5-piece ratcheting tap and die tool set.

Precision Tools

Gift Idea: PB Swiss Interchangeable Shaft Screwdriver Set

Dec 20, 2016 Stuart 19 Comments

This PB Swiss screwdriver set is soooooo pricey, but I’d have great difficulty finding better tools.

Layout & Measuring

“Big Starrett Savings” at Amazon

Nov 21, 2016 Stuart 5 Comments

It seems that there’s a small Starrett tools sale going on right now.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers T-Squares are on Sale

Oct 7, 2016 Benjamen 27 Comments

Woodpeckers’ excellent T-Squares are on sale, thru 10/11/2016!

Hand Tools

Woodpecker’s New Carbide Mini-Scraper

Aug 24, 2016 Benjamen 12 Comments

Woodpeckers’ newest tool is a scraper that works with 4-sided carbide insert blades.

Drills & Drivers

Woodpeckers Doweling Jig (One Time Tool)

Aug 23, 2016 Stuart 24 Comments

Woodpeckers’ newest One Time Tool, the “Ultimate Doweling Jig” looks amazing, but is in our opinion way too pricey for most woodworkers.

Made in USA

Tronex Super-Premium USA-Made Precision Pliers Review

Aug 15, 2016 Stuart 63 Comments

I have grown very fond of Tronex’s USA-made flat nose precision pliers. Yes, they’re pricey, but you get finely finished perfection for your money.

Made in USA

New Channellock Little Champ Precision Pliers

Jul 21, 2016 Stuart 19 Comments

Channellock has come out with a new line of Little Champ precision pliers.

Pliers

Precision Pliers – What Do You Use Them For?

Jul 20, 2016 Stuart 28 Comments

What do you use precision pliers for?

Precision Tools

Not All Hex Keys Fit the Same

Jun 27, 2016 Stuart 31 Comments

I had a weird experience over the weekend, where one brand’s hex key fit a lot better than another’s. Have you ever experienced this?

Knives

New LED-Lit X-Acto X-Light Hobby Knife

May 12, 2016 Stuart 11 Comments

The new X-Acto X-Light is an LED-lit hobby knife.

Layout & Measuring

Woodpeckers One Time Tool: Blade Gauge (Order Deadline 4/25/2016)

Apr 6, 2016 Benjamen 31 Comments

Woodpeckers new one-time tool, the Blade Gauge 2.0, allows you to quickly and accurately set the bevel and miter angles of both table and miter saws.

Pliers

So, My Knipex Electronics Pliers Arrived in the Mail!

Jan 25, 2016 Stuart 34 Comments

Have you received your Knipex electronics pliers yet? Ours arrived quickly and without any more unexpected drama!

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